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Web Search Feature

Lexa Chat’s Web Search capability allows you to access current, real-time information from the internet. This feature ensures you get the most up-to-date answers to your questions.

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How Web Search Works

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Real-time Information Access

  • Lexa searches the web for current information
  • Gets the latest news, data, and facts
  • Provides sources for the information shared
  • Combines web data with AI analysis
  • Current Events: “What’s the latest news about AI developments?”
  • Live Data: “What’s the current stock price of Apple?”
  • Recent Information: “What are the latest COVID-19 guidelines?”
  • Breaking News: “What happened in the tech world today?”
  • Weather Updates: “What’s the weather like in New York right now?”

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Automatic Activation

  • Web Search is automatically enabled in most conversations
  • Lexa will search the web when you ask for current information
  • You don’t need to specify “search the web” - just ask your question

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Example Queries

✅ "What are the latest developments in quantum computing?"
✅ "Who won the recent election in [country]?"
✅ "What's the current price of Bitcoin?"
✅ "What are the top trending topics on social media?"
✅ "What's the latest research on climate change?"

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Getting Better Results

  • Be specific: “What are the latest AI developments in 2024?” instead of “AI news”
  • Ask for current info: “What’s happening with…” or “What are the latest…”
  • Request recent data: “What are the current statistics on…”
  • Ask for updates: “What’s the latest update on…”

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Web Search Examples

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News and Current Events

Question: “What’s the latest news about artificial intelligence?” Response: Lexa will search for recent AI news and provide a summary with sources.

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Live Data and Statistics

Question: “What’s the current population of Tokyo?” Response: Lexa will find the most recent population data for Tokyo.

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Breaking Information

Question: “What happened in the stock market today?” Response: Lexa will search for today’s market updates and provide current information.

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Research and Studies

Question: “What are the latest findings on renewable energy?” Response: Lexa will find recent research and studies on renewable energy.

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Ask for Current Information

  • Use phrases like “latest,” “current,” “recent,” “today,” “this week”
  • Specify timeframes: “What happened in the last month?”
  • Ask for updates: “What’s new in…”

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Be Specific

  • Instead of “tech news,” ask “What are the latest developments in quantum computing?”
  • Instead of “weather,” ask “What’s the weather forecast for New York this weekend?”

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Request Sources

  • Ask “Can you provide sources for this information?”
  • Lexa will share where the information comes from

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Follow Up

  • Ask for more details: “Can you tell me more about…”
  • Request related information: “What else should I know about this?”

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Limitations and Best Practices

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What Web Search Can Do

  • Access current news and information
  • Find recent data and statistics
  • Provide up-to-date facts and figures
  • Share information from reliable sources

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What to Keep in Mind

  • Information changes rapidly - always verify critical data
  • Use multiple sources for important decisions
  • Web search provides current info, not necessarily complete analysis
  • Some information may be behind paywalls or require subscriptions

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Advanced Web Search Techniques

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Combining with Other Features

  • With Code Interpreter: “Search for the latest Python libraries and show me how to install them”
  • With Image Generation: “Search for current fashion trends and create an image based on them”
  • With Knowledge Base: “Search for information about my industry and add it to my knowledge base”

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Research Workflows

  1. Initial Search: “What are the latest developments in [topic]?”
  2. Deep Dive: “Can you find more details about [specific aspect]?”
  3. Analysis: “What are the implications of these developments?”
  4. Follow-up: “What should I watch for in the coming months?”

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Troubleshooting

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If Web Search Isn’t Working

  • Try rephrasing your question
  • Be more specific about what you’re looking for
  • Ask for current or recent information explicitly
  • Check if your question requires real-time data

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Getting Better Results

  • Use clear, specific language
  • Ask for current information explicitly
  • Request sources when needed
  • Follow up with related questions
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